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Brazil's Amazonia theaters earn UNESCO World Heritage status
Trump sees 'good chance' for Iran deal, warns strikes could resume
Trump sees 'good chance' for Iran deal, warns strikes could resume

US President Donald Trump voiced optimism Monday that diplomacy with Iran could produce a deal to end the months-long war, but warned that Washington would resume military strikes if negotiations failed.

July 27, 2026

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Border crossings shut as heavy snow coats Argentine Andes
Border crossings shut as heavy snow coats Argentine Andes

Heavy snowfall in the Argentine Andes has forced over 100 people to evacuate and stalled almost 1,000 trucks on snow-covered roads, while flights were rerouted Monday.

July 27, 2026

India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters
India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters

India's youth-led "cockroach" movement, whose nationwide protests forced the resignation of the education minister, urged authorities on Monday to release all detained demonstrators.

July 27, 2026

Singer Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's: statement
Singer Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's: statement

American singer Carly Simon, known for hits like "You're So Vain," revealed on Monday that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.

July 27, 2026

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Wildlife face 'catastrophic' losses as France's forests burn
Wildlife face 'catastrophic' losses as France's forests burn

Deer trapped by walls of flame, lizards unable to escape the heat, habitats reduced to charred wood and ash: wildlife are paying a steep price as France's forests burn.

July 27, 2026

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UK funeral director faces jail over bodies left 'on racks'
UK funeral director faces jail over bodies left 'on racks'

A British funeral director faced prison Monday over a scandal that saw bodies left "stored on racks" and uncremated while relatives were handed other people's ashes, sparking calls for better regulation of the industry.

July 27, 2026